Serving 883 students in grades 6-8, Ballston Spa Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 883 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ballston Spa Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Ballston Spa, NY, encompassing approximately 58.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 7.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ballston Spa Middle School's student population of 883 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
883 students
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ballston Spa Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ballston Spa Middle School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1741 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
9%
31%
Black
2%
15%
White
82%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ballston Spa Middle School's ranking?
Ballston Spa Middle School is ranked #1741 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ballston Spa Middle School often compared to?
Ballston Spa Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maple Avenue Middle School, Richard H O'rourke Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Ballston Spa Middle School?
883 students attend Ballston Spa Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Ballston Spa Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ballston Spa Middle School?
Ballston Spa Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ballston Spa Middle School offer ?
Ballston Spa Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ballston Spa Middle School part of?
Ballston Spa Middle School is part of Ballston Spa Central School District.
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